Visual Merchandising Coordinator

L.L.Bean; Freeport, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join L.L.Bean in Freeport, ME as a Merchandise Standards Coordinator in our Retail Store. You will coordinate, plan, design, implement and maintain fixtures and displays that reflect the L.L.Bean personality and the catalog-in-life vision.

We value teamwork and customer service; you will collaborate with Advertising, Promotions and Product Development to translate corporate strategies into compelling floorplans and window presentations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail store experience.
• Demonstrated capacity for collaborative work in retail.
• Assoicates Degree Preferred (sic)

Responsibilities

• Translate corporate merchandising strategies into three-dimensional floorplans and displays.
• Support development of floorplans, graphic placement and display impact.
• Coordinate with Advertising and Promotions to develop window presentations for promotions.
• Provide merchandising design resources for various internal teams.
• Source and manage external vendors for merchandising props and displays.
• Track department-specific visual expenditures and training for staff.

Skills

Retail experience

Collaborative work

Customer service

Education

2-Year Associates Degree

Job description

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome - both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

Position Purpose

Coordinate, plan, design, implement and maintain merchandise standards, fixtures and displays in the Retail Store. Promote the "catalog in life" at the Retail Store by supporting the corporate merchandising and communications strategies through linkages with Advertising, Promotions, and Product Development.

Responsibilities

• Bring the L.L.Bean catalog to life by translating the corporate merchandising and communications strategies into three dimensional form representative of the L.L.Bean personality.
• Contribute design and merchandising expertise to the merchandise work team dialogue for development of floorplans, graphic placement and display impact.
• Communicate with Retail Advertising and Promotions Coordinators to develop display and window presentations in support of advertised promotions and events.
• Provide design and resource services for a wide range of internal customers including the Retail Store, Outdoor Discovery Program, Outlet Stores, executive offices, Public Affairs, and company sponsored events.
• Source and manage commercial accounts with outside vendors as required.
• Coordinate and track department-specific visual expenditures.
• Provide direction and training on merchandising standards to sales department personnel.
• Coordinate and direct manpower resources external to department for major changeovers and day-to-day tactical needs.
• Develop and maintain safe and efficient workspaces in visual workshop and multiple external warehouses.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date awareness of industry trends, market resources, and competition positioning.
• Source and design new merchandising props, decorative elements, and seasonal trim.
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the proper person.
• Perform additional related responsibilities as requested.

Health and Safety Requirement

Every employee is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Employees are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all safety policies and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner. Those in a leadership role are also expected to model safe behaviors, evaluate risk, and ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels.

Education Level

2-Year Associates Degree

Skills and Qualifications

• Assoicates Degree Preferred
• 2+ years of retail store experience
• Demonstrated capacity for collaborative work in a retail environment, is adept at serving customers and teams from a variety of backgrounds

L.L.Bean uses a market-based compensation approach. The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $19.24 - $24.59. Individual compensation may vary based on factors such as a candidate's experience, qualifications, education, geographic location, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you!

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome - both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging. Over a century ago, company founder Leon Leonwood Bean set out to make a boot to keep hunters' feet warm and dry. Today, we continue to follow the trail he blazed, adding new paths to help more people discover the outdoors, whether it's the thrill of sea kayaking, the quiet of early morning fishing or the pleasure of walking in your local park. Of course, we remain true to L.L.'s core values, and are committed to quality, service, and putting the outside, inside everything we make.

So join us, adventure awaits…